Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
flammea
ID:
405676

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) A.Weber

Source:
ksu

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Beitr. Biol. Pflanzen 70: 248 (1997-1998 publ. 1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405008



Common Names

  • Ridleyandra flammea
  • Flammea Ridleyandra
  • Ridleyandra


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Synonyms

  • Oreocharis obovata Barnett [unknown]
  • Didissandra flammea Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Ridleyandra flammea (also called Flame Ridleyandra, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It has bright red flowers and glossy green leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in forests, woodlands, and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ridleyandra flammea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ridleyandra flammea has small, yellow flowers with 5 petals and 10 stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ridleyandra flammea is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m (6.6 ft) tall. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Ridleyandra flammea

Ridleyandra flammea can be found in India.

Ridleyandra flammea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ridleyandra flammea?

Ridleyandra flammea

What is the common name of Ridleyandra flammea?

Flammea Ridleyandra

What is the natural habitat of Ridleyandra flammea?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Anton Weber (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Weber' in the authors string.